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EKH 943J

1971 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

967 mi
Last recorded967 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKH 943J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 967 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 964 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both front show white light (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Front bush as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Front bush as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn Excessive side to side movement (2.2.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Condition of wiper baldes have not been tested due to stated fault (3.5 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Minor oil leaks from engine, gearbox and rear diff areas

Rear diff mounting bracket bushes are deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag?

Based on 64,590 MOT tests across 6,070 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
417
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
6,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,039
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,744
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,507
Stop lamp not working 1,283
brake binding 1,269
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EKH 943J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 56,944 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Stag fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,039 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EKH 943J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EKH 943J registered?

EKH 943J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is EKH 943J safe to buy?

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